Henry Louis Gates, Jr. of Harvard University and NewsHour special correspondent Charlayne Hunter-Gault hosted and moderated the panel of guests where we discussed how race has shaped presidential politics, from the election of America’s first black president to the current contest for the Oval Office.

During my visit at Martha's Vineyard, I had the opportunity to talk with Professor Gates about a multitude of things currently facing our nation. It was trip well worth and like so many, I look forward to seeing how this election will turn out. Hopefully, the next president will impact America for the better, but only time will tell.